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Recruitment

504 Sqn is looking to recruit men and women from a wide range of professions and social backgrounds who can make a commitment to help us function effectively in both our primary (STO) and secondary (Operations and Logistic) roles.

So if you have viewed the about area and are thinking about joining, please spend a few minutes reading the information pages contained in this section. Then, if you are still serious, complete the on-line application form and the selection process will begin, Simple!

Oh, yes there is always a catch, please consider the following points, any of which might make you ineligible for entry.

• If you are awaiting a court appearance, in any other capacity other than as a witness, you may not be eligible to apply until the outcome of the hearing is known.
• Spent and unspent convictions (including prison, young offenders institution or probation) for certain types of offence, may mean that you are ineligible to apply to join certain branches or trades in the Royal Auxiliary Air Force. If you have any queries regarding this restriction, please seek advice from the Squadron Admin office.
• Applications will not be accepted from ex-Service personnel who were discharged for disciplinary reasons.
• Random compulsory drug testing is practised in the Royal Auxiliary Air Force. If you are a habitual user of illegal substances, you will not be eligible to apply.
• Any tattoo(s) excessive in size or number, offensive or obscene will be a bar to enlistment. Additionally tattoos should not be visible on the head and neck.
• Your application will be rejected if you are, or have been, a member or supporter of, or associated with, any group or organisation whose purpose includes incitement to racial hatred and violence.